Remember that you don't always just strum - fill in by picking (randomly if you must) the other strings in rhthym to the song you are singing. Just be sure to strum the whole chord when you are changing to a new chord. Have fun!
2 2008-03-30 01:27:38
Re: where is everybody from? (242 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Skaneateles, NY, USA. Been playing over 25 years. Mostly acoustic sing alongs for family and friends. Love being a new member of Chordie. Hello to all!
3 2008-03-29 23:45:00
Re: acostic or electric (11 replies, posted in Acoustic)
Hey Montana. I learned on a 12 because I didn't know any better. Now I play most all my music on them. Make sure you try it sometime. When you grab that beauty in your hand, just pretend it's a six and play it the same. You will enjoy the extra sound.
4 2008-03-29 23:39:37
Re: Welcome, and Introductions! (58 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Hey Montana...are you talkin' to this 40 something? Don't mind talkin' to teens. Got two of my own. Congrats on your church performance. Glad to have you aboard. Just make sure you don't stay up past your bedtime! lol (just kidding, 4 u tots)
5 2008-03-29 23:25:41
Re: acostic or electric (11 replies, posted in Acoustic)
acoustic is by far my preference. Make it a 12-string.
6 2008-03-29 23:20:54
Re: Welcome, and Introductions! (58 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Thanks for the advice. I'll be sure to use that e-mail. I guess I'll just check all the forum subjects and see what I can learn! Have a good evening!
7 2008-03-29 23:04:03
Re: Welcome, and Introductions! (58 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Okay...because I am so new at this posting stuff I have a question. I see that topdown is online now, same as me. Is this the best way to send out a hello? Where is everyone else tonight? How do we stay in touch as a group? Do I just check in here everyday and see who is "online"?
8 2008-03-29 22:39:11
Re: New to Chordie (18 replies, posted in Acoustic)
Hey Key...If you think F is bad, just wait. There are things like B7 and other delights coming your way. I encourage you to keep working on that F though because as you can tell from the # of times its used...it's important. If you are getting a little impatient, however, you can use a "cheater chord." If you are changing fast into or from another chord you can just use the first part of the F (your first finger) and press across both the 1st and 2nd string. No one will care as long as you only strum those two strings and omit the base notes.
If any of you are purists and I have ranckled your feathers.... just forget you read this.
9 2008-03-28 02:26:56
Re: Welcome, and Introductions! (58 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
The fingerlakes region about 4 hours from the city. God's country. No tall buildings in sight!
10 2008-03-28 02:16:04
Re: Welcome, and Introductions! (58 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Thanks topdown. It's good to be part of the group. I own a miniature golf course/ice cream stand that keeps me busy in the summer. Sorry, no drivers allowed...only putters!
11 2008-03-28 02:07:07
Re: New to Chordie (18 replies, posted in Acoustic)
Hey.. Just a thought. I found it easier to let loose and strum if you put the pick down. Don't know if you are using one but 5 fingers provide a lot more nuances that a pick does. Have fun!
12 2008-03-28 01:48:37
Re: Welcome, and Introductions! (58 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Hi Everyone! Someone asked me recently how long I have been playing and I was stunned to realize that 26 years had passed since I took my book money for 1st semester at college and bought a used 12 string instead. I have been using Chordie for a while now, but since I am a pretty basic computer user, I wasn't sure about joining. After reading about each of you I decided to brave it and am really glad I did.
There's been a lot of water under the bridge since my first C chord, but I am still as passionate now as I was that first year away at school. I learned by watching others and still play the basic same simple music. I have added an Ibanez 6 string to my collection (a gift from my husband), and this year I treated myself to a new 12 string Breedlove. I was given an electric guitar from my uncle that he bought in the 50's but I don't know what to do with it. It looks great, however, next to my old time favorite 12 string Epiphone.
Only a real rookie would have tried to learn on a 12 but I didn't know any better. I figured...more strings....more sound. Eventually, I learned I was right. I still play mostly for myself but occasionally get brave enough to play for family and friends. Nothing like a room full of voices singing along.
Glad to be part of your group now.